Ladakh Leaders Oppose LAHDC Act Amendments Over Autonomy Loss

The leaders of the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance have strongly opposed the Centre's amendments to the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils (LAHDC) Act, alleging that they curtail the powers of the elected councils and strengthen the UT administration's control. The amendments, made on October 16, introduce changes to the Councils' composition, electoral procedures, and functioning, raising concerns about the autonomy of the elected Hill Councils.